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EPISODE · Apr 18, 2025 · 32 MIN

Screaming and Yelling causes Trauma?

from Cant Catch a Break · host DeeJay & Dr. Char Phillips Johnson

Children who face regular verbal abuse process negative information more quickly and thoroughly than positive information. Studies reveal that children exposed to controlling parents are more likely to suffer from low self-esteem, feelings of worthlessness, and persistent sadness.emotions, memory, and stress response. Fear-based discipline doesn’t just affect behavior but can also lead to long-term cognitive challenges.Some adults who experienced verbal abuse as children struggle with long-term anxiety, emotional regulation, and trust issues. Children who are frequently yelled at may believe their parent is attacking their personality rather than their behavioral issues. This can cause them to act out and continue doing things their parent disapproves of. Anxiety Moodiness Shame Frequent crying Fear Guilt Withdrawal from the parent Confusion Powerlessness or hopelessness If you’ve experienced any of these negative effects of yelling, whether from controlling parents, a partner, or other relationships, it’s essential to seek help. Mental health professionals can help you work through the psychological impact of verbal aggression, emotional abuse, and behavior problems that stem from childhood or adult relationships. With cognitive processing therapy and other modalities, therapists can help you get to the root of these issues or even work through them in family counseling or couples counseling. I leave you with this: any day that you do not want to admit you have not been affected by this as a child up until now will continue to cripple you down life's journey

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